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Title: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: greenweb on February 12, 2017, 03:01:31 PM
I have seen some great ideas implemented and shown, but I am sure there are lot more unique ideas and creations to come. Latest creation by Mr.CPHo is a good example.  I am here to share some of my ideas that I have already done, will be doing in the future and some I will not be doing. Hope others don't mind sharing as well. 

I will start off with something simple that I have already mentioned on other thread.

#1.
Turning a Copper OTG to a one off 2016 German only Winter Special Edition MT. Currently, no Copper Master Touch offered elsewhere.

As soon as I get my Red SSP done, I will be making my own Copper MT.    I am ok if someone likes the idea and builds it before me.


I will continue with more ideas later. Like to see and hear some of your creative/unique/crazy ideas past, present, and future

Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: Travis on February 12, 2017, 03:26:18 PM
Good topic greenweb.

I haven't done any mods yet, but am planning on two this year. First, is I want to turn my 18" black into a mini as Charlie has with his. I think it would mak a great pack along camper.
Second. I want to strip my 3rd gen performer, paint and make it into the storage performer with shelves etc.. At this point it my least used cooker, but I store everything in it for all my cooks and use the table for holding trays, blah, blah, blah. I'd like to use that as a platform to store everything and utilize the table, but still have the cooker for use.


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Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: greenweb on February 12, 2017, 03:43:31 PM
@ Travis - Yep! both great ideas. The performer idea is a new one.  Thanks for sharing.

Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: greenweb on February 12, 2017, 04:59:42 PM
On the subject of the performer ideas, #2, I had an idea to switch Red SSP kettle into Gen2 performer frame and the C&B Lime Gen2 kettle into SSP frame. I think Jeff already have done Lime into Gen1 SSP. Why do this? Cause Gen1 SSP never came with Lime. ( Gen1 SSP- Colors offered in Gen 1 include Black, Red, Red Mist, Dark Green, Dark Blue, Plum, and Grey.) and Gen2 (came in Black, Dark Green, Grass Green (Crate and Barrel offering), Dark Blue, Sage, and Grey.) no Red.

For me, this would be unique but did not like the red bowl handle showing thru. bigger gap on the Gen2 table. It is funny how Gen1 bowl has the handle. Now, IMO, original Red looks the best in the SSP frame and the Gen2 looks the best in C&B Lime as they came from the factory.  All colors look great, but I also like Plum and Grey in Gen1 and the Sage and Grey in Gen2.
Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: Mr.CPHo on February 12, 2017, 06:40:26 PM
I think my next project will be an SSP wok station, been keeping my eyes open for a decent SSP.

Would also love to add gas assist to my jumbo joe which has become my dedication chimney station. 

I may use that leftover gas go anywhere bowl and lid to make a nice little Weber themed "to-go tool box" for when I go pick up grills or to keep all my restoration products in one place. 

A stretch goal would be to take a genesis frame and build a tandoor into it somehow.  I think I saw someone here take an old genie frame and made an awesome stainless steel cart out of it. 

@Travis, LMK if you have any questions building a Mighty Midget.  I also added a Tru-Tel BQ100 thermo and bezel. 


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Title: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: Travis on February 12, 2017, 06:47:42 PM
@MR.CPHo
Thankyou sir.



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Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: greenweb on February 12, 2017, 08:43:42 PM
@ Mr.CPHo - great ideas! Especially like the Weber tool box idea.

#3.
 I also have a multi functioning dedicated kettle for chimney station, tool carrier, extra table, and mainly for a lid holder as I am not fond of hooking the lid or into the lid bale most of times.  I find it much easier to lift the lid straight up and place it down on the other kettle.

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2017/02/01/IMG_3495.jpg)



Title: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: MikeRocksTheRed on February 12, 2017, 09:45:02 PM
I think my next project will be an SSP wok station, been keeping my eyes open for a decent SSP.

Would also love to add gas assist to my jumbo joe which has become my dedication chimney station. 

I may use that leftover gas go anywhere bowl and lid to make a nice little Weber themed "to-go tool box" for when I go pick up grills or to keep all my restoration products in one place. 

A stretch goal would be to take a genesis frame and build a tandoor into it somehow.  I think I saw someone here take an old genie frame and made an awesome stainless steel cart out of it. 

@Travis, LMK if you have any questions building a Mighty Midget.  I also added a Tru-Tel BQ100 thermo and bezel. 


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A dedicated gas assist SJS for lighting chimneys is what your post made me think of. Gas assist on a Performer is great until you have that grill cooking something and want to fire up another grill.  I'm thinking an SJ gas assist chimney lighter.   I'm not sure if it means a mod it with a Performer gas assist system or maybe rig it up with a propane torch type of system. Thoughts anyone? [emoji848]


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Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: Mr.CPHo on February 13, 2017, 02:28:34 AM
@MikeRocksTheRed, my opinion is to use all Weber genuine parts.   I also love what Hell Fire did with his WebrLyter

Webrlytr
http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/index.php?topic=27118


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Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: kettlecook on February 13, 2017, 04:54:54 AM
Anyone ever put a handle on the front of a 26er's lid? I read somewhere recently where someone suggested this and it makes a lot of sense to me.


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Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: greenweb on February 13, 2017, 05:19:45 AM
Anyone ever put a handle on the front of a 26er's lid? I read somewhere recently where someone suggested this and it makes a lot of sense to me.


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You still need to lift the lid off and slid back. Actually, quite easy to drop the lid into the bale but hard to bring it back up and on the bowl with just a front mount handle. So I am not sure how useful that would be.   Here is 1ROW's 26er with a hinge and a front handle. On page 4.  http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/show-us-your-26er!/45/
Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: MacEggs on February 13, 2017, 07:03:11 AM
Anyone ever put a handle on the front of a 26er's lid? I read somewhere recently where someone suggested this and it makes a lot of sense to me.

@kettlecook , this is a pic of a custom 26er modelled after the One Touch Platinum.
I had the opportunity to buy this, but the seller (GaryS) was asking too much for my budget.
He also had the pictured roti ring custom made from SS.

(http://i1098.photobucket.com/albums/g371/Hydro312/IMG_0429_zpsd9fbc49d.jpg)
Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: MacEggs on February 13, 2017, 07:26:34 AM

I am not opposed to any mods done to a kettle.
However, the mods that I have done to a kettle are simple and straight-forward …. Adding a ring and bucket to the ash collection area.

http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/one-touch-vent-size/msg69561/#msg69561


(http://i1142.photobucket.com/albums/n615/MacEggs/IMG_2477.jpg) (http://s1142.photobucket.com/user/MacEggs/media/IMG_2477.jpg.html)

(http://i1142.photobucket.com/albums/n615/MacEggs/IMG_2672.jpg) (http://s1142.photobucket.com/user/MacEggs/media/IMG_2672.jpg.html)

(http://i1142.photobucket.com/albums/n615/MacEggs/MacEggs035/IMG_7215.jpg) (http://s1142.photobucket.com/user/MacEggs/media/MacEggs035/IMG_7215.jpg.html)


I personally prefer to make "items" that will enhance and complement the cooking experience on a kettle …. i.e. charcoal baskets, and side tables.


http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/been-doing-some-fabricating-(pic-heavy)/

http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/fabricated-a-handy-side-table/

http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/grilling-bbqing/a-couple-trials-using-homemade-charcoal-baskets/

http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/my-3-wood-performer/

http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/made-another-side-table/


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(http://i1142.photobucket.com/albums/n615/MacEggs/IMG_3375.jpg) (http://s1142.photobucket.com/user/MacEggs/media/IMG_3375.jpg.html)

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I can say this in conclusion … I gleaned 99.9% of the information and inspiration from the great members here on the WKC.  Thank you for that!   :D


Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: mrgoodbar67 on February 13, 2017, 07:35:33 AM
This is going to be awesome


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Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: JDD on February 13, 2017, 08:37:55 AM
My mod idea is not too practical because it will probably be way too expensive.  I’m not real crazy about the new Summit charcoal grill but the cart is awesome. I would really love to drop a 22” or 26” kettle bowl in that cart. So if anybody sees a summit cart only come up CL please let me know lol.
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Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: MikeRocksTheRed on February 13, 2017, 09:44:16 AM
@MikeRocksTheRed, my opinion is to use all Weber genuine parts.   I also love what Hell Fire did with his WebrLyter

Webrlytr
http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/index.php?topic=27118


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Thank you.  I missed this somehow.  AWESOME!!!!
Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: kettlecook on February 13, 2017, 10:02:24 AM

Anyone ever put a handle on the front of a 26er's lid? I read somewhere recently where someone suggested this and it makes a lot of sense to me.


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You still need to lift the lid off and slid back. Actually, quite easy to drop the lid into the bale but hard to bring it back up and on the bowl with just a front mount handle. So I am not sure how useful that would be.   Here is 1ROW's 26er with a hinge and a front handle. On page 4.  http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/show-us-your-26er!/45/

After thinking about it more, if I was going to do it I'd put one on either side, since I crack one side to drop a chunk of wood or a scoop of lump in, and the other to check the meat. I know it sounds lazy, but my right shoulder isn't getting any younger, and I like to be as efficient as possible for faster temp recovery. Thanks.


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Title: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: kettlecook on February 13, 2017, 10:09:38 AM
Anyone ever put a handle on the front of a 26er's lid? I read somewhere recently where someone suggested this and it makes a lot of sense to me.

@kettlecook , this is a pic of a custom 26er modelled after the One Touch Platinum.
I had the opportunity to buy this, but the seller (GaryS) was asking too much for my budget.
He also had the pictured roti ring custom made from SS.

(http://i1098.photobucket.com/albums/g371/Hydro312/IMG_0429_zpsd9fbc49d.jpg)

You can see what I said above concerning extra handles, but I see that Gary from way up north decided to sell his grill, after all. He sure tricked it out. I'd love to put mine in some kind of cart. I've actually had to cut a little off of the front leg to try to level mine, and I just have the stock stainless grate. Thanks.


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Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: HoosierKettle on February 13, 2017, 10:13:38 AM

Anyone ever put a handle on the front of a 26er's lid? I read somewhere recently where someone suggested this and it makes a lot of sense to me.


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You still need to lift the lid off and slid back. Actually, quite easy to drop the lid into the bale but hard to bring it back up and on the bowl with just a front mount handle. So I am not sure how useful that would be.   Here is 1ROW's 26er with a hinge and a front handle. On page 4.  http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/show-us-your-26er!/45/

I'll test this theory with a piece of duct tape as a handle in front. I don't see any reason a front handle wouldn't work.


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Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: HoosierKettle on February 13, 2017, 10:15:32 AM
The only reason you have to lift up currently is because that's the only option available with a handle on the very top. I could be wrong but I'll find out.


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Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: 1ROW on February 13, 2017, 10:26:43 AM
Here's some pics of the aforementioned front handle on the 26er for you @kettlecook. Definitely a worthwhile mod be it in use with the lidbail or the unknown hinge.

(http://i1277.photobucket.com/albums/y489/J1ROW/IMG_20161021_132452_zpsrgjhnksw.jpg) (http://s1277.photobucket.com/user/J1ROW/media/IMG_20161021_132452_zpsrgjhnksw.jpg.html)
(http://i1277.photobucket.com/albums/y489/J1ROW/IMG_20150504_123023029_HDR_zpsxqapmyip.jpg) (http://s1277.photobucket.com/user/J1ROW/media/IMG_20150504_123023029_HDR_zpsxqapmyip.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: kettlecook on February 13, 2017, 10:34:15 AM


I am not opposed to any mods done to a kettle.
However, the mods that I have done to a kettle are simple and straight-forward …. Adding a ring and bucket to the ash collection area.

http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/one-touch-vent-size/msg69561/#msg69561


(http://i1142.photobucket.com/albums/n615/MacEggs/IMG_2477.jpg) (http://s1142.photobucket.com/user/MacEggs/media/IMG_2477.jpg.html)

(http://i1142.photobucket.com/albums/n615/MacEggs/IMG_2672.jpg) (http://s1142.photobucket.com/user/MacEggs/media/IMG_2672.jpg.html)

(http://i1142.photobucket.com/albums/n615/MacEggs/MacEggs035/IMG_7215.jpg) (http://s1142.photobucket.com/user/MacEggs/media/MacEggs035/IMG_7215.jpg.html)


I personally prefer to make "items" that will enhance and complement the cooking experience on a kettle …. i.e. charcoal baskets, and side tables.


http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/been-doing-some-fabricating-(pic-heavy)/

http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/fabricated-a-handy-side-table/

http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/grilling-bbqing/a-couple-trials-using-homemade-charcoal-baskets/

http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/my-3-wood-performer/

http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/made-another-side-table/


(http://i1142.photobucket.com/albums/n615/MacEggs/messagepart-1.jpeg) (http://s1142.photobucket.com/user/MacEggs/media/messagepart-1.jpeg.html)

(http://i1142.photobucket.com/albums/n615/MacEggs/IMG_5114.jpg) (http://s1142.photobucket.com/user/MacEggs/media/IMG_5114.jpg.html)

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(http://i1142.photobucket.com/albums/n615/MacEggs/IMG_3375.jpg) (http://s1142.photobucket.com/user/MacEggs/media/IMG_3375.jpg.html)

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(http://i1142.photobucket.com/albums/n615/MacEggs/MacEggs011/IMG_6587.jpg) (http://s1142.photobucket.com/user/MacEggs/media/MacEggs011/IMG_6587.jpg.html)



I can say this in conclusion … I gleaned 99.9% of the information and inspiration from the great members here on the WKC.  Thank you for that!   :D

Great tables, and those coal baskets look really useful. [emoji106][emoji106]


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Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: 1ROW on February 13, 2017, 10:37:03 AM
^ this!
Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: MikeRocksTheRed on February 13, 2017, 10:47:43 AM
Anyone ever put a handle on the front of a 26er's lid? I read somewhere recently where someone suggested this and it makes a lot of sense to me.


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You still need to lift the lid off and slid back. Actually, quite easy to drop the lid into the bale but hard to bring it back up and on the bowl with just a front mount handle. So I am not sure how useful that would be.   Here is 1ROW's 26er with a hinge and a front handle. On page 4.  http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/show-us-your-26er!/45/

Same deal with the ranch which has a front handle.  It's really easy to use just the front handle to move the lid into the lid bale, but tricky to put the lid back down without using the other handle.
Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: kettlecook on February 13, 2017, 10:55:09 AM

Here's some pics of the aforementioned front handle on the 26er for you @kettlecook. Definitely a worthwhile mod be it in use with the lidbail or the unknown hinge.

(http://i1277.photobucket.com/albums/y489/J1ROW/IMG_20161021_132452_zpsrgjhnksw.jpg) (http://s1277.photobucket.com/user/J1ROW/media/IMG_20161021_132452_zpsrgjhnksw.jpg.html)
(http://i1277.photobucket.com/albums/y489/J1ROW/IMG_20150504_123023029_HDR_zpsxqapmyip.jpg) (http://s1277.photobucket.com/user/J1ROW/media/IMG_20150504_123023029_HDR_zpsxqapmyip.jpg.html)

[emoji106][emoji106]


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Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: greenweb on February 13, 2017, 01:08:32 PM
@ MacEggs - All worthwhile mods and ideas. Nice to see them all together as I have missed few of them.





#4.  Reshaping the stock taco handle.
I had this idea for awhile and decided to try it out. I am happy with how it turned out.

Before
(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2017/02/13/23fdd.jpg)

After
(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2017/02/13/20170121_105955.jpg)

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2017/02/13/20170121_121344.jpg)

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2017/02/13/20170121_121422hghg.jpg)

Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: Mr.CPHo on February 13, 2017, 01:22:25 PM
I like the reshaped handle, @greenweb.


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Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: Jacmac422 on February 13, 2017, 04:15:24 PM
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Slide aside lid holder. 8" back wheels with 4" front. Rubber vent tab cover.  Blacked out paint.    Slow n sear.

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Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: JDann24 on February 13, 2017, 05:29:07 PM
Anybody see this before? Pellet COnversion for 22" kettles http://www.americansundancer.com/
Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: thinkblue on February 13, 2017, 06:11:02 PM
@ MacEggs - All worthwhile mods and ideas. Nice to see them all together as I have missed few of them.





#4.  Reshaping the stock taco handle.
I had this idea for awhile and decided to try it out. I am happy with how it turned out.

Before
(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2017/02/13/23fdd.jpg)

After
(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2017/02/13/20170121_105955.jpg)

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2017/02/13/20170121_121344.jpg)

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2017/02/13/20170121_121422hghg.jpg)
What did you use to reshape the handle
Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: greenweb on February 13, 2017, 07:09:12 PM
^^^I just used the vise and a small Polyurethane mallet. Mark off where you want it bend, clamp on the vise and tap it with the mallet till you get the angles right. The goal is to make both sides even and 2 bolts line up in the same original position.  Be prepare to throw away the handle if it comes out looking bad. I got lucky and got it on my first try the way I envisioned.  If you do try it, hope you take your time and make it.

Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: greenweb on February 15, 2017, 03:10:49 PM
#5 idea

Many of you have more than 1 performer. I am not even sure how many Cap. Joe has. :)  Here is one wacky and cool idea I been having. To have all four Generations of performers. Preferably your choice of colors.   Gen1 SSP, Gen2, Gen3, and Gen4 can be modded using later Gen3 with the metal table , and a larger lid bale assy.  I kind of like the idea of having each Gen Performers. Anyone have this set up already.

I am one metal table and a lid bale away from having this reality.

Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: jeffh on February 16, 2017, 05:47:10 PM
Here's some pics of the aforementioned front handle on the 26er for you @kettlecook. Definitely a worthwhile mod be it in use with the lidbail or the unknown hinge.

(http://i1277.photobucket.com/albums/y489/J1ROW/IMG_20161021_132452_zpsrgjhnksw.jpg) (http://s1277.photobucket.com/user/J1ROW/media/IMG_20161021_132452_zpsrgjhnksw.jpg.html)
(http://i1277.photobucket.com/albums/y489/J1ROW/IMG_20150504_123023029_HDR_zpsxqapmyip.jpg) (http://s1277.photobucket.com/user/J1ROW/media/IMG_20150504_123023029_HDR_zpsxqapmyip.jpg.html)

Stop! You win! Just beautiful, man.
Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: greenweb on February 18, 2017, 12:49:47 PM

Ok! who's crazy idea is this!  Not so practical but very cool nevertheless.  I am not so sure, but looks like from the Webers own design team having some fun.  Coolest 18" I ever seen.


(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2017/02/18/weber-stephen-products-office.jpg)
Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: mrgoodbar67 on February 18, 2017, 01:39:17 PM
Imagine SCG Bowl or a 26er on it!?


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Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: Darko on February 18, 2017, 05:47:54 PM

Ok! who's crazy idea is this!  Not so practical but very cool nevertheless.  I am not so sure, but looks like from the Webers own design team having some fun.  Coolest 18" I ever seen.


(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2017/02/18/weber-stephen-products-office.jpg)
I'm thinking, make a Ranger style grill like that!
Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: Bob BQ on February 18, 2017, 07:25:53 PM
On the subject of the performer ideas, #2, I had an idea to switch Red SSP kettle into Gen2 performer frame and the C&B Lime Gen2 kettle into SSP frame. I think Jeff already have done Lime into Gen1 SSP. Why do this? Cause Gen1 SSP never came with Lime. ( Gen1 SSP- Colors offered in Gen 1 include Black, Red, Red Mist, Dark Green, Dark Blue, Plum, and Grey.) and Gen2 (came in Black, Dark Green, Grass Green (Crate and Barrel offering), Dark Blue, Sage, and Grey.) no Red.

For me, this would be unique but did not like the red bowl handle showing thru. bigger gap on the Gen2 table. It is funny how Gen1 bowl has the handle. Now, IMO, original Red looks the best in the SSP frame and the Gen2 looks the best in C&B Lime as they came from the factory.  All colors look great, but I also like Plum and Grey in Gen1 and the Sage and Grey in Gen2.

@greenweb  - Red/red fade most definitely looks good in a Gen2 cart……  8)

(http://i1335.photobucket.com/albums/w667/BobBQ13/CAM01899_zpsrvwdajcc.jpg)
Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: WNC on February 19, 2017, 04:03:53 AM
^^^
That is definitely a tight look!!
I've so been looking for a red bowl to go on my gen 2 cart too.
I think that would look sweet with the metal table upgrade


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Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: Mr.CPHo on February 20, 2017, 06:53:37 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170220/b6f2320bdb7bf7e6a38e299295642f50.jpg)
Kettle-Q?


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Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: greenweb on February 22, 2017, 02:33:47 PM

#1.
Turning a Copper OTG to a one off 2016 German only Winter Special Edition MT. Currently, no Copper Master Touch offered elsewhere.



Euro Germany only Copper MT project done. This one plus my freshly finished Red SSP will take up some cooking duties this year. Maybe have them in the back yard deck next week. More pics to come after they are on deck.

Back bowl handle removed and the lid bale holes drilled.
(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2017/02/22/20170222_163217.jpg)

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2017/02/22/20170222_174937.jpg)(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2017/02/22/20170222_175147.jpg)

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2017/02/22/20170222_175121.jpg)

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2017/02/22/20170222_175259413ad.jpg)






@greenweb  - Red/red fade most definitely looks good in a Gen2 cart……  8)

(http://i1335.photobucket.com/albums/w667/BobBQ13/CAM01899_zpsrvwdajcc.jpg)

It sure does look great. If it wasn't for the bowl handle showing thru. the gap..... I would do this and C&B Lime Green in SSP frame. Thanks for the pic.
Title: Re: Sharing innovative kettle mod ideas
Post by: LiquidOcelot on February 22, 2017, 07:38:25 PM

Ok! who's crazy idea is this!  Not so practical but very cool nevertheless.  I am not so sure, but looks like from the Webers own design team having some fun.  Coolest 18" I ever seen.


(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2017/02/18/weber-stephen-products-office.jpg)


i think i could actually make this. im a mechanic and we have trash parts all day....... creative wheels a turning. id probably use 2 doughnut spares tho